Level 3 Diploma in Health & Social Care
The GA Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care is designed to provide learners with the essential knowledge, understanding, and practical skills needed to work within the health and…
About Course
The GA Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care is designed to provide learners with the essential knowledge, understanding, and practical skills needed to work within the health and social care sector.
The course prepares learners for careers such as:
• Support Worker
• Senior Support Worker
• Care Assistant
• Community Care Worker
• Mental Health Support Worker
• Residential Care Worker
Learners will develop an understanding of:
• Person-centred care
• Communication skills in care settings
• Safeguarding and duty of care
• Health and safety practices
• Professional development
• Ethical and legal frameworks in care
• Wellbeing and sustainability in care environments
The qualification also supports progression to higher-level qualifications and university studies in health and social care related subjects.
Assessment Method
• Portfolio-based assessment
• Internal assessment and moderation
• No external examination required
• Pass / Fail grading system
Progression Opportunities
Successful learners may progress into:
• Employment in health and social care settings
• Supervisory and senior care roles
• Level 4 and higher qualifications
• Degree-level study in health and social care related subjects
Course Modules
Awarding institution
GA qualifications are valid, trusted and accepted by employers, colleges and universities, as well as government authorities and institutions worldwide. Gatehouse Awards works closely with partners around the world to promote, deliver and award high quality qualifications. There are different ways in which your organisation can work with Gatehouse Awards internationally. Many universities and Higher Education institutions in the United Kingdom accept a GA English language certificate as evidence that a candidate has met the English language proficiency requirements set by the institution for entry onto Under- or Post-Graduate study.
